Will AI replace jobs in my company?
It is the most frequently asked question and also the most nuanced one. AI automates tasks, not complete profiles. In practice, the most common outcome in an SME
How much does it cost to implement AI in a small business?
The cost varies greatly depending on the approach. There are AI tools accessible from just a few euros per month that can deliver immediate value
What types of tasks can AI take on in an SME?
There is a wide and very practical range: drafting or summarising documents, sorting emails, answering frequently asked questions
Do I need a lot of data to start using AI?
Not a lot, but it does need to be useful and well organised. AI works best when it relies on real business information
Where should an SME start when it wants to implement AI?
With the problem, not the technology. Before choosing any tool, it is worth identifying which tasks consume too much time
What is promissory note or bill discounting and how does it differ from factoring?
In discounting, the bank advances a specific instrument, promissory note, bill of exchange, and the assignor is normally liable if there is a default…
What is an aged customer accounts receivable schedule and what decisions does it unlock?
It is classifying customer debt by buckets: 0-30, 31-60, 61-90, and over 90 days. It allows you to cut off credit in time, prioritize collections
What is a “debt schedule” and why does it prevent surprises, even without growing?
It is a simple table with future instalments per month, separating principal, interest and extraordinary maturities. It lets you see months of…
Which fees usually «inflate» a credit facility and how to compare them properly?
Look at the opening fee, renewal fee, non-utilisation fee, and the cost for exceeding the limit. A real comparison is made using a usage scenario
What is a credit line and in which cases is it better than a loan?
It is a line to cover working capital peaks, you pay interest only on the amount drawn and it is usually renewed. It is better than a loan if the need…